Senior Merchandiser

Responsible to:

Merchandise Manager

Department:

Merchandising

Location:

Role Overview:

JD Group Head Office, Bury, Greater Manchester

To lead the team to deliver all Channel Sales, Markdown, Stock, Intake and Profit Plans.

Be influential in the implementing of change to achieve company goals/objectives

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

Strategy (10%):

With the Buyer review previous season and capture lessons learned
With the Buyer create the strategy for the department and present
Drive Team development supporting the business to facilitate internal promotions and succession planning

Plan (35%):

Approve the proposed grading from the trading Merchandiser for input into the assortment planning process
Review the SMT plan at Buyer Group/Season annually and apply plan at Category/Season level to meet the Buyer Group/Season plan
Quarterly plan at Category/Season level with the Buyer to submit a plan on the System that reflects the best possible mix of product to deliver the KPI’s
Formulate range plan at Store level in conjunction with the Buyer quarterly
Attend selection/pre-selection meetings with the Buyer and suppliers
Plan the pre-scheduling to meet the range plan – in conjunction with Assistant Merchandisers

Trade (50%):

& the course of action in preparation for the weekly Trading meetings.

Propose and agree actions to recover risk and maximise opportunities with the Buyer at category and line level.
Monthly – Capture all agreed actions in the monthly forecast reviews
Work up the forecast from category/Season level to Buyer Group
Meet and gain approval : Incorporating

Provide Retail with Merchandising aids through the Store Allocators
Manage the range plan in Season reflecting any changes
Create and Manage/monitor sell out dates against all products
Establish collaborative working relationships across functions including Online ,Store operations , visuals, Marketing, Finance , DC and Stores.
Deputise in Merchandise Managers absence to ensure smooth running of area at all times.

Stock (5%):

Behavioural:

Delivering Excellence Working at a consistently high standard & with enthusiasm. you work to deliver a high quality service to meet personal and team expectations.
Responsibility (Delivers results) Take ownership of your work and use your initiative to deliver. Take responsibility for your own actions & decisions
Team Work You work with others to reach a common goal; sharing information, supporting colleagues and searching out expertise and solutions from relevant stakeholders.
Leadership You lead by example through your behaviours and professional approach to work; inspiring your colleagues and driving for results.
Communication You communicate clearly and concisely, ensuring that the message is understood by all.

Skills/Knowledge/Experience: